Originations

Lenders need to look at both data and algorithms to avoid inadvertent redlining complaints, not just in decision making but customer contact too.

At the same time, market share among a trio of the mortgage insurers shifted, data compiled by Keefe, Bruyette & Woods found.

The Biden Administration's title waiver pilot has started a broader discussion on whether the product is worth the money paid or even needed at all and can be replaced by an alternative.

Unintended consequences of shifting the burden for title insurance to the lender could end up harming consumers, several observers said.

Cost of property coverage rose more than 55% over the last five years and it'll likely keep rising through 2024, a report from Guaranteed Rate found.

The American Land Title Association, which represents the title insurance industry, argued that the program would not cut costs for those who really needed it.

This business, tied to the mortgage origination outlook, is becoming ly attractive for 2024, according to BTIG.

The digital lender's product comes amid soaring expenses for homeowner's coverage.

A combination of economic and environmental factors are sending property and flood coverage premiums soaring, which can make costs insurmountable for some.

The large companies are facing macroeconomic pressures because of high mortgage rates, Fitch said, but the American Land Title Association noted the industry's strong financial position.